2008 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Lexus ES
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Lexus ES. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus ES weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2005 Lexus ES | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 330 | ES |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
